Tanii Balma

A name for Laadi's baby sister Tanii Balma

Laadi's parents have told her that her baby sister will be joining the family soon. Laadi is so excited that she cannot sleep the night before the baby comes home. When the baby arrives, her parents inform her that the baby won't have a name until the 'outdooring' ceremony in a week. Laadi learns all about 'outdooring' ceremonies and the process of naming babies in Ghana, West-Africa, where she lives. Join Laadi as she welcomes her baby sister home and learns all about how babies are named. A name for Laadi's baby sister is a story about the naming process for newborn babies in Ghana, West-Africa. It describes themes of families and communities coming together to celebrate the birth of a baby. It highlights themes of breastfeeding, family support and community engagement and should appeal to families of all ethnicities, and customs.